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Mount Dora Historical Society
Mount Dora, Florida

Historic House, Historical Society

The City of Mount Dora has a fascinating history. The large, beautiful lake upon which the City grew is named for Ms. Dora Ann Drawdy (1819-1885), who homesteaded in the mid-1800s and befriended federal surveyors with her warm hospitality. In 1846, the surveyors named Lake Dora for her, and years later, in 1883, the small but growing town was named for the lake. Eight major annual events including the Mount Dora Arts Festival, an antique boat show, antique car show, sailing regatta, golf tournament, bicycle festival, crafts fair and the annual Christmas lighting festival draw thousands of visitors.

Mount Dora History Museum
Mount Dora, Florida

Culture, History, Historical Society

To preserve the rich heritage of Mount Dora and its surrounding environs. To provide programs to teach and explore local history, with emphasis on the children. To provide and support local history programs. To provide and maintain an archives for local historical documents and a research library. To function as a repository where the area's historical materials can be maintained and preserved for future generations. To maintain a museum of permanent and rotating displays of local history and interest. To cooperate with and assist the city government in the documentation and preservation of historic buildings, both public and private.

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